Insects
Carpet Beetle
Carpet beetles are small insects whose larvae feed on natural fibers, leather, wool and feathers. They cause significant damage to clothing and carpets.
How to identify
Small oval insect with colored scales (black, white, orange). Larvae are hairy and dark brown.
Typical habitat
Closets, carpets, upholstered furniture, insect collections, animal skins. Attracted to light.
Health risks
Carpet beetle larval hairs can cause skin and respiratory allergic reactions. Material damage to clothing, carpets and textiles can be very costly.
Signs of an infestation
If you notice any of these signs, contact us quickly.
- Irregular holes in wool or silk clothing
- Hairy larvae in closets and drawers
- Winged adults near windows in spring
- Larval skins in dark corners
- Carpet damage along baseboards
- Damage to furs and collections
How to prevent
Simple measures to apply to limit infestation risk.
- Store wool clothing in airtight bags
- Regularly vacuum carpets and closets
- Clean clothes before storing for the season
- Use cedar balls in closets
- Check dried flowers and collections
- Install screens to prevent adults from entering
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